ChinesePresident Xi Jinping has held talks with FIFA PresidentGianni Infantino in Beijing. Xi says support from Infantino in the development and reform of football in China is a gesture of friendship. The Chinese leader has previously expressed a desire to see his country qualify for, host and win the World Cup. China approved a reform plan in February 2015 in an effort to inject life into its football culture. The reforms involve almost every aspect of the sport, including the management system, professional clubs, professional leagues, the national teams and grassroots football.